Crestview School of Inquiry vs Orchard Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crestview School of Inquiry
Clive · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
558 students
Orchard Hills Elementary
Norwalk · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
558 students
| Measure | Crestview School of Inquiry Clive, Iowa | Orchard Hills Elementary Norwalk, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #590 of 654 | #422 of 654 |
| National rank | #23383 of 50,301 | #11404 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 558 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | – |
| Math proficiency | 56% | – |
| city | Clive | Norwalk |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orchard Hills Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 52.5).
- •Orchard Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 84.1%).
- •Crestview School of Inquiry does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.5).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Crestview School of Inquiry better than Orchard Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Orchard Hills Elementary ranks higher (69.9 vs 52.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Crestview School of Inquiry and Orchard Hills Elementary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Clive and Norwalk in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crestview School of Inquiry: 558. Orchard Hills Elementary: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crestview School of Inquiry and Orchard Hills Elementary rank in Iowa?
Crestview School of Inquiry is 590th of 654 and Orchard Hills Elementary is 422nd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).